Wednesday, March 22, 2006

Abdul Rahman

The US and three Nato allies have expressed concern over reports that a Muslim convert to Christianity could face the death penalty in Afghanistan.

Abdul Rahman is charged with rejecting Islam and could be executed under Sharia law unless he reconverts.

The US made a subdued appeal for him to be allowed to practise his faith - but stressed it did not want to interfere.Germany, Italy and Canada, which all have troops in Afghanistan, also voiced concern over Mr Rahman's plight.

I notice one prominent Nato ally with particular interest in Afghan affairs is yet to say anything. Why the silence from Britain? Is Jack Straw scared of upsetting his Muslim constituents in Blackburn, perhaps?